Senior Fellow in Paediatric Orthopaedics

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.

Online applications are invited for a 12‑month post as a Senior Fellow in Paediatric Orthopaedic surgery. The Trust is a major teaching centre for the University of Southampton, offering opportunities for undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and excellent facilities for research and clinical care. The post holder will join a team of 10 Paediatric Orthopaedic Consultants and 3 other fellows to further develop their interests and skills in Paediatric Orthopaedic Surgery.

A full range of subspecialty interests is offered with special expertise in childhood hip disorders, complex limb deformity and lengthening, talipes and other foot disorders, and neuromuscular conditions. It is expected that this post will fulfil the training requirements of an individual who wishes to practice the subspecialty as a paediatric orthopaedic consultant.

As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities. UHS is rated ‘Good’ by the CQC and was in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement in the latest NHS Staff Survey.

We support flexible working, provide NHS discounts, a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro‑rata), and a generous pension scheme.

Southampton offers attractive living costs, excellent schools, and access to the New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic Coast.

Appointment will be made under local contractual terms for Trust‑appointed (non‑training fellow doctors) and dentists. Applicants requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship should ensure they meet the Home Office criteria.

Successful candidates will have an educational framework equivalent to training Grade doctors, a named educational supervisor will be assigned at the start of the post, and CPD is highly supported.

Grades for Trust‑appointed fellows will be paid a basic salary at a nodal pay point linked to the grade, at the rate set out in the National Medical and Dental pay circular. Basic salary plus any additional remuneration for hours set out in the doctors' work schedule may apply.

Salary will be assessed based on experience and skills. Eligibility criteria for appointment to a Nodal Point 5 are:

• Have a minimum of 6 years of specialty training
• Hold a relevant higher specialty exam (FRCP, FRCA, FRCS)
• Have a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates they meet the criteria for progression in line with the curriculum for the speciality similar to a deanery trainee

Proposed interview date: 26th or 27th January 2026.

This Final date to receive applications on or before 22nd January 2026.

Essential criteria

• MBBS or equivalent medical qualification
• GMC registration with a licence to practise
• 6 months experience in paediatric orthopaedics
• Appropriate knowledge base and ability to apply sound clinical judgement to problems
• Trained in orthopaedic surgery including operative skills

Desirable criteria

• 12 months experience in paediatric orthopaedics
• Post CCT (or within 3 months) or equivalent training

Essential criteria

• Evidence and ability to work effectively in multi‑professional teams
• Understanding of equality and diversity and how this affects patients, visitors and staff
• Evidence and ability to communicate and liaise effectively with patients and colleagues (verbal and written communication skills in English)

Desirable criteria

• Evidence of participation in undergraduate and postgraduate teaching

Essential criteria

• Able to demonstrate behaviours that meet the Trust Values:
  Patients First, Always Improving, Working Together